Estates and Trusts - Fiduciaries - Attorney-Client Privilege
Sponsor: Jon S. Cardin (District 11B)Committee: JudiciarySubject: Estates and TrustsStatus: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 501 (as of Sep 4, 2026)
What this bill does
Official synopsis
Clarifying that a communication between an attorney and a client that acts as a fiduciary is subject to the attorney-client privilege even if fiduciary funds are used to compensate the attorney for services rendered to the client.
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Testimony (3)
MGA witness listFAV 3Favorable
| Position | Witness | Organization | Testimony |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAV | Richards, Evanlobbyist | Maryland Bankers Association | Oral + Written (PDF) |
| FAV | Delegate Cardin, Delegate Cardinlegislator | Individual | Oral |
| FAV | Preteroti, Kelly | Individual | Oral |